What percentage of accidents are caused by fatigue and tiredness at the wheel?
Human factor: Physical factors
Explanation
**Fatigue and tiredness** at the wheel are significant factors that contribute to traffic accidents. These states can be both physical and psychological, affecting concentration ability and increasing the feeling of tiredness.
- **Physical fatigue** causes a general feeling of tiredness, while **psychological fatigue** makes concentration difficult.
- **Drowsiness**, which is the feeling of sleepiness and heaviness in the body, is also an important factor that can lead to accidents, even if the driver does not fall completely asleep.
These factors are responsible for approximately **25% of traffic accidents**. This highlights the importance of being alert and rested while driving to reduce the risk of accidents.
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